First positive human case of West Nile virus reported in Hays County
The first positive human case of West Nile virus has been reported in Hays County.
Biden tests negative for COVID-19, White House says
The White House noted that Biden's symptoms have resolved without fever, his vital signs, including pulse oximetry, were normal, and his lungs remained clear.
Kids Online Safety Act: What to know about the bill and its chances of passing
The Kids Online Safety Act, also known as KOSA, is a bill that sets out requirements to protect minors from online harms.
FDA pushes back deadline again to ban formaldehyde in hair products
Chemical hair straighteners or "relaxers" are applied to hair to make it less frizzy or straighter. But most of these products release formaldehyde gas into the air when heated.
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to deli meat: Here's what to know
The CDC reported last week that two people died and at least 28 others were hospitalized across 12 states because of a listeria outbreak connected to deli meat.
Pig hearts and kidneys: Barns may be future of organ transplantation
Some of the world's cleanest pigs are being raised in the Virginia mountains to supply kidneys and hearts for animal-to-human organ transplants.
Central Texas families paint to raise awareness about organ donations
Central Texas families painted to raise awareness about organ donations at Texas Organ Sharing Alliance center in Austin.
Trump's ex-doctor reveals near-miss bullet in health update
Congressman Ronny Jackson, who formally served as Physician to the President during the Trump administration, released a formal update on the former president's health on Saturday.
2 deaths linked to listeria outbreak, more than 2 dozen hospitalized, CDC says
The listeria outbreak is linked to meat that was sliced at grocery store deli counters, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
West Nile virus found in Hays County mosquito pools
These are the first reported West Nile-positive tests of the 2024 season in Hays County. Last year, there were no positive West Nile virus mosquito pools in the county, according to the county health district.
Biden tests positive for COVID-19 with mild symptoms, will self isolate
President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, as announced during the UnidosUS annual conference via the White House's YouTube channel.
Biden tests positive for COVID; cancels speech at UnidosUS conference in Las Vegas
President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID, the White House has confirmed.
Nearly half of US adult cancer deaths could be prevented by lifestyle changes, study finds
Researchers identified these specific risk factors in their study as contributing factors for cancer cases and deaths among some adults in the U.S.
Costco sold baby wipes containing high levels of PFAS, lawsuit claims
The lawsuit was filed by two women claiming they would not have bought the products knowing they were unsafe.
Sightings of potentially toxic algae ramp up in Lady Bird Lake
Officials are reporting a rapid surge in sightings of potentially dangerous algae at Red Bud Isle and Auditorium Shores over the last couple of weeks.
Dog's death not connected to toxic algae: LCRA
The death of a dog that swam in Lake Travis on July 4 is not connected to toxic algae, according to test results from LCRA.
Dr. Ruth, pioneering sex therapist, dies at 96
Dr. Ruth became a pop icon, media star and best-selling author through her frank talk about once-taboo topics. Here is a look back at her career.
3 Colorado poultry workers presumed to have bird flu
Three people who had direct contact with infected animals in Colorado are presumed to have contracted bird flu.
Eating extra dark chocolate has benefits for your heart: study
There is some good news for people who prefer to indulge in extra dark chocolate. Researchers said it has big benefits for your heart.
Medicines that don't mix well with extreme heat: What to know
Learn how extreme heat can worsen the side effects of common medications and get advice on proper storage and handling.